Zen and the Art of Voiceover

Throughout this book, I will provide you with tools and a process. These tools allow you to view a script - any script - make the necessary connections, feel more confident, and communicate more effectively with the listener in any voice genre. The process I share will provide you with steps to take when analyzing a script. These steps are repeatable and can be used every time you view a script. I will also discuss the sound of your voice and how it should have a tonality consistent with the message. I will also share personal stories that influence my connections and communication and how I use those experiences as a voice actor.

Written, Narrated and Produced by DAN FRIEDMAN

Dan lives in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, NC. With over two decades in the voiceover industry and more than 25 years as a professional audio engineer, he has produced, directed or provided his voice to thousands of audio productions. He is the founder of Sound4VO, providing training and resources for aspiring and professional voice actors. Dan was chosen to be among the top 10 "Most Influential Voice-Over Writers in 2011" in a Voice123 online survey. In 2010 he published SOUND ADVICE-Voiceover From An Audio Engineer's Perspective. A first of its kind in the industry, the book covers audio engineering and studio session etiquette as it relates directly to voiceover talent. The book was named a "Must Read" for voice actors in the April 2022 edition of BACKSTAGE MAGAZINE. In 2023, Dan released ZEN and the ART of VOICEOVER, covering performance and personal stories about his life and career journey. His blog can be found at his website: SOUND4VO.com. Dan is highly regarded for his comprehensive approach to voiceover training. He covers everything from script interpretation to audio engineering, ensuring that his students have a well-rounded education. His ability to hear, identify and correct voice performance issues in addition to simplifying and teaching often complex recording and audio concepts is unmatched in the voiceover industry. Since 2011, he has been an invited guest speaker and/or presenter at many industry conferences, events, acting schools and universities. Dan is a renowned voice coach and is a certified master coach in the "Roger Love Perfect Voice" method as well as vocal health, recovery and stamina. Dan Friedman is an accomplished audio engineer, voice coach, producer, and author. He is also a successful voiceover talent and has been heard on hundreds of local and regional television and radio campaigns as well as many corporate narrations. Among his national commercial credits are Heinz, Moe's Southwest Grill, Crown Plaza Hotels, Hulu Plus, Stride Gum and more. Other recent clients include: CW Network, Village Inn, Hardees, PGATours, NAPA, X98.5 FM Greenville, X101FM Birmingham, BMW and many more.